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The worst of spring allergies are over — Here's what's ahead

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:13 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Spring is the most active season for pollen in Central Texas. The month of April in particular is one of the most intense months of the year for allergy sufferers — in terms of allergen variety. NEXT: Austin allergy tracker The main culprit: trees. Oak is the main tree allergen that many people are often bothered by. Austin Allergy CalendarLuckily after oak peaked with a "very high" count of 1,291 g/m3  on April 22, it has drastically declined. We started off the month of May with oak in the "medium" category but it has recently continued to fall. In fact, tree allergens as a whole have been decreasing dramatically and have remained in the 'low' category. It is safe to say the worst of the season is behind us.Here's what to expect aheadPollen June ForecastWhile grass pollen usually lasts from March through October, the highest counts typically occur in May and June. While grass has generally been fairly tame for the month of May so far, we are expecting a spi...

St. Paul’s Shepard Road to remain closed as officials brace for the Mississippi River to flood — again

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:13 GMT

Brace yourself, Twin Cities. The Mississippi River is rising again.Days after announcing that a three-mile stretch of Shepard Road would reopen to vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians, St. Paul Public Works officials have had a change of heart. Heavy rain this past weekend in central Minnesota is feeding the Mississippi River. As a consequence, the river in downtown St. Paul could again surpass moderate flood stage by Saturday.Downtown St. Paul river levels, which had fallen to little more than 9 feet as of Monday morning, could reach the minor flood stage of 14 feet by Friday and crest at 16.1 feet on May 22, according to the National Weather Service. That’s despite a dry spell projected to take temperatures into the low 80s on Tuesday.As a result, the city is keeping Shepard Road closed, as it has been since April 16, and additional flood measures are more than likely, even with a bit of a scorcher in the works over the next few days. Low-lying parks and trails are still close...

NYS Leaders call for federal action in migrant crisis

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:13 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)--The New York State Association of Counties said more needs to be done by the federal government when it comes to the migrant crisis."The current situation is failing," said Steven Acquario, Executive Director of the New York State Association of Counties.This comes after Governor Hochul sent a letter to President Biden on Friday requesting FEMA to direct the Department of Defense and the National Park Service to help construct and operate temporary shelters on federal land. According to the letter, the governor anticipates several thousand asylum seekers to arrive in New York City every week."I have not heard a response back, but I’ll be speaking with them again, and again and again," said Hochul at a press conference on Monday.The association of counties would like the federal government to declare a federal state of emergency as well as to reform a waiting period for work authorization, something Hochul supports."If they would simply allow these individuals ...

Lake George run keeps teachers' memories alive

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:13 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Every year, the Lake George community gathers at the elementary school to run - for a good reason. The 22nd annual Randy's Run and Murphy's Mile carves a path around Lake George on Saturday, May 20 - keeping a memory alive, and a student body thriving. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "It's turned into a community-wide event," said Lake George Junior-Senior High School Principal Fran Cocozza. "Hundreds of people now attend, within and outside of Lake George. For the last 22 years (minus two during the COVID-19 pandemic) it has been the third Saturday of May."Randy's Run carries on the legacy of Randall Madison, a former Lake George Elementary School teacher who died suddenly of a brain aneurysm at the age of 31. The school and his family quickly conceived the run as a way to remember a man for whom teaching was a gift.That gift was shared, too, by Ed Murphy, another Lake George teacher who passed...

Road closures announced ahead of CDPHP Workforce Challenge

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:13 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The City of Albany has announced road closures and parking restrictions ahead of the annual CDPHP Workforce Team Challenge. The 3.5-mile race begins at 6:25 p.m. on Thursday, May 18. Roadways are expected to reopen by 8 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The following parking restrictions will be in effect from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m: All roads in Washington Park-both sides of all park roadwaysMadison Avenue, both sides from Eagle Street to Lake AvenueLake Ave, both sides from Madison Avenue to Western AvenueWestern Ave, both sides from Lake Avenue to Washington Avenue (Sprague Place)Sprague Place, both sides from Western Avenue south to State StreetS. Swan Street,  east side from opposite Jefferson Street to Madison AvenueS. Swan Street, east side from Madison Avenue north 5 spacesS. Swan Street, west side from Madison Avenue north to Hamilton StreetState Street, south side from Empire State Plaza entra...

Colonie High School hosting annual Raiderfest

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:13 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Colonie Central High School is having their annual Raiderfest celebration. The festival will be held on May 20. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The community celebration will feature live music, carnival games, food trucks, a petting zoo, vendors and more. The festivities will be kicked off at 10 a.m. with an opening ceremony at Colonie High's Hill of Heroes, which will include the presentation of iCARE’s Kind Human of the Year award. The school and it's iCARE program, a character building initiative, commemorates mental health awareness month with the event. Proceeds from the festival will support Safe Harbour as well as the Charlie’s playground build at Saddlewood Elementary. High School Musical Theatre Awards winners announced “After a long winter, this event is certainly a great way for our students and families to get out ofthe house and enjoy the warmer weather,'' said Brian Scalzo, ass...

Newly released court document provides details on Jackson Mahomes case

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:13 GMT

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. - A newly released court document shows police responded to an Overland Park restaurant on the report of a battery involving Jackson Mahomes, but it turned into much more serious allegations.According to the case affidavit released Monday, police responded to Aspens Restaurant on Feb. 25, 2023, after a man reported Jackson Mahomes shoved his son, who works at the restaurant.The employee told investigators Mahomes shoved him when he tried to get his water bottle from the restaurant's office. He entered the key code to unlock the office, but Jackson Mahomes allegedly shoved him as soon as he opened the door, according to the court document.Investigators reviewed surveillance video of the incident and said it shows Jackson Mahomes pushing the employee. Kansas City officer saves child’s life at Royals game According to the affidavit, Jackson Mahomes tried to apologize to the employee later, but told him if he (Jackson Mahomes) is in a room at the restaurant it is o...

Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Lakers: Who has the edge, five things to watch and predictions

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:13 GMT

As the Denver Nuggets enter the Western Conference Finals for the second time in four seasons, a breakdown of their matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers:Who has the edge?Guards: For the Nuggets to advance, Jamal Murray needs to find seams within the Lakers’ tight defense and win his matchup. This is a series for Murray. The Lakers’ strength resides in the paint, not on the perimeter. Whether it’s D’Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves, Dennis Schroder, or even potentially Jarred Vanderbilt hounding him, Murray needs to be closer to who he was in the first round than who he was in the second. That means trusting the pass and his teammates. Russell is the most potent scoring threat the Lakers have in their backcourt. Expect former Laker Kentavious Caldwell-Pope to draw the assignment, leaving Murray to deal with Reaves. Also, don’t be surprised if the Lakers start Vanderbilt to help combat Denver’s length. They know their weaknesses. Edge: NuggetsWings: The Nuggets could have a...

Former LAPD officer faces child sex abuse charges; more victims sought

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:13 GMT

A former Los Angeles Police Department officer has been charged with eight counts of lewd acts with a child, and authorities are seeking additional possible victims.Paul Razo, 46, was arrested May 10 and he remains in custody.He is accused of child sexual abuse, and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department alleges the incident occurred between 2007 and 2016 when he lived in the Covina area.“Based on the nature of the allegations and Mr. Razo’s access to children, detectives believe there may be additional unidentified victims,” officials said in a news release.Authorities released a 2018 image of Razo and described him as having black hair and brown eyes.He is 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs 245 pounds.Anyone with information about Razo, or believes they may have been victimized by him, is asked to contact LASD’s special victims bureau’s toll-free tip line at 877-710-5273 or by email at [email protected].

OddsSeeker.com Cuts Through the Hype to List the Best iGaming Promotions

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:02:13 GMT

iGaming has become a $300B+ worldwide industry, with millions enjoying sports betting, social casinos, casinos, fantasy sports, and lotteries. In the United States, interest in legal betting and gambling continues to grow, resulting in an explosion in the number of online platforms competing for players. The creators of OddsSeeker.com, an igaming and sports media publication, believe this gives individuals an advantage, as new gaming promotions are released daily, and due to the competition, operators have to become more generous and transparent with their promotions for new players. The trick is to know which ones have a positive theoretical value and which ones might not be worth claiming at all. That’s where OddsSeeker.com comes in – it is sorting through the chaos and showing players what these promotions are actually worth.OddsSeeker.com reminds you to always gamble responsibly – never wager more than you’re prepared to lose. There’s no way to improve your odds of w...